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Temporal Pattern Analysis of Ultrasound Surveillance Data in Vascular Connective Tissue Disorders.
Walter, Corinna; Leinweber, Maria Elisabeth; Mlekusch, Irene; Assadian, Afshin; Hofmann, Amun Georg.
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  • Walter C; Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Klinik Ottakring, 1160 Vienna, Austria.
  • Leinweber ME; Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Klinik Ottakring, 1160 Vienna, Austria.
  • Mlekusch I; Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Klinik Ottakring, 1160 Vienna, Austria.
  • Assadian A; Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Klinik Ottakring, 1160 Vienna, Austria.
  • Hofmann AG; Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Klinik Ottakring, 1160 Vienna, Austria.
Diagnostics (Basel) ; 14(16)2024 Aug 12.
Article en En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-39202237
ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND:

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS), Marfan syndrome (MFS), and Loeys-Dietz syndrome (LDS) are connective tissue disorders frequently associated with vascular aneurysm formation, dissections, and subsequent major complications. Regular imaging surveillance is recommended for these conditions. However, no guidelines currently exist regarding imaging modality or surveillance intervals.

METHODS:

This retrospective single-center observational study analyzed clinical and imaging data of patients attending an outpatient clinic for vascular connective tissue disorders between August 2008 and January 2024. Imaging (1424 data points in total) and clinical data were extracted from electronic health records. Analysis primarily included a comparison of vessel diameter progression across imaging modalities, with an additional review of the clinical history of vascular events.

RESULTS:

In total, 19 patients with vascular connective tissue disorders (vCTDs) underwent consultations at our outpatient clinic. Nine (47.4%) patients experienced vascular events, while two (10.5%) passed away during the study period. Multimodal imaging surveillance revealed a tendency towards arterial diameter increase. Consistent ultrasound monitoring provided more reliable diameter progression data for the same arterial segment than a combination of imaging modalities. Temporal analysis indicated a tendency for the continuous growth of the abdominal aorta, the common and internal carotid artery, and the common femoral and popliteal artery.

CONCLUSION:

The study highlights the importance of standardized, modality-specific imaging protocols in monitoring patients with vCTDs. The variability in disease progression among these patients further complicates surveillance strategies, contemplating the need for individualized approaches. Further research and prospective multicenter studies are required to refine and improve monitoring protocols.
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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: Diagnostics (Basel) Año: 2024 Tipo del documento: Article País de afiliación: Austria Pais de publicación: Suiza
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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: Diagnostics (Basel) Año: 2024 Tipo del documento: Article País de afiliación: Austria Pais de publicación: Suiza